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Nimanya Stella Alice
ID: UNCST-2022-R009589
 INTUSSUSCEPTION MONITORING IN UGANDA AFTER INTRODUCTION OF ROTASIIL VACCINE: SELF CONTROLLED CASE SERIES
REFNo: HS7519ES

1.To assess for the safety of Rotasiil vaccine under routine public health use among infants in Uganda
2.To assess for any potential association between the oral rotavirus vaccine (Rotasiil) and the development of intussusception in infants at Mulago National Referral Hospital during the study period.
 Uganda 2026-06-19 10:45:07 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Isaac Ssewanyana
ID: UNCST-2020-R014336
 Evaluation of the Clinical and Analytical Performance and Usability of the KHB HIV/Syphilis Combo Rapid Test in the Hands of the Intended User
REFNo: HS7852ES

Establish the performance of the KHB HIV/Syphilis Combo Rapid Test in accordance with WHO TSS-27 (draft). This study will not cover all the parts of the TSS-27 (draft) but will focus on: - Part 1 Analytical Performance and Other Evidence o Aspect 3.05.02 ‘Validation of specimens’ o Aspect 3.05.06a ‘Potentially Interfering Substances’, Endogenous o Aspect 3.05.06b ‘Cross-reactivity’ o Aspect 3.06.04b ‘Usability: Label comprehension study (including instructions for use (IFU))’ o Aspect 3.06.04c ‘Usability: Results interpretation study’ - Part 2 Clinical Evidence o Aspect 4.02.03 Device specific clinical studies,Establish the performance of the KHB HIV/Syphilis Combo Rapid Test in accordance with WHO TSS-1. This study will not cover all the parts of the TSS-1 but will focus on: - Part 1 Establishing Analytical Performance Characteristics o Aspect 1.1 ‘Specimen Type’ (1.1.1 and 1.1.2) o Aspect 1.7.1 ‘Potentially Interfering Substances’, Endogenous o Aspect 1.7.2 ‘Cross-reactivity’ - Part 2 Establishing Clinical Performance Characteristics o Aspect 2.1 ‘Diagnostic sensitivity and specificity’ (2.1.1, 2.1.2 and 2.1.3)his study will not cover all the parts of the TSS-1 but will focus on:,
 Uganda 2026-06-12 3:54:05 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Daniel Peppe James
ID: UNCST-2026-R024831
 Evaluating forest structure and climate in Arican tropical forests: A pilot study from Kibale National Park, Uganda
REFNo: NS1281ES

The overall goal of this project is to document forest structure, plant functional traits, and microclimate conditions in African tropical forests to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and climate interactions.
The specific objectives are:
(1) to quantify tree density and forest structure in two 1-hectare plots (old-growth and regenerating forest);
(2) to measure stem taper for characterization of tree form;
(3) to collect leaf trait data using standardized imaging methods; and
(4) to monitor microclimate conditions, including temperature and soil moisture, within each plot.
 USA 2026-06-12 3:52:15 2029-06-12 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Sandra Nanyunja Nakityo
ID: UNCST-2026-R024003
 Digital Literacy and Displacement: Shaping Inclusive Futures with Refugee Women in Uganda
REFNo: SS5352ES

The overarching aim of this study is to explore how actors, networks, and institutional imaginaries of digital literacy and technology in displacement contexts shape, enable, or constrain refugee women’s aspirations and everyday practices, and how this interplay can inform the pursuit of sustainable digital inclusion in Uganda. The specific objectives are: 1. To examine which actors and networks shape the digital literacy landscape for refugee women in Uganda, and how they influence this landscape. 2. To analyse in what ways policy and institutional documents present digital literacy for refugee women in Uganda. 3. To understand the main perceptions and aspirations of refugee women in Uganda about digital literacy. 4. To investigate how refugee women in Uganda conceptualize and use digital technology in their everyday life (including work). 5. To explore how the interplay between refugee women's aspirations and institutional imaginaries can inform sustainable digital inclusion.
Uganda 2026-06-12 3:51:19 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JaiBum Koo
ID: UNCST-2026-R023919
 Teacher upskilling through Uganda’s National Teacher Policy: A vertical case study of policy implementation, systemic change, and classroom practice
REFNo: SS5307ES

The purpose of this study is to examine teacher upskilling under Uganda’s National Teacher Policy (NTP) using a vertically integrated, three-level design. The study seeks to understand how the upskilling policy is developed and implemented across national, institutional, and teacher levels.
 South Korea 2026-06-12 3:48:26 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Apurva Bhatnagar
ID: UNCST-2026-R024225
 Evaluating the Effects of StrongMinds Community-Based Group Interpersonal Therapy on Depression and Secondary Outcomes in Uganda: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
REFNo: SS5286ES

This study aims to evaluate the impact of the StrongMinds IPT-G model on depressive symptoms (primary outcome) and measures related to quality of life, social, economic, and educational outcomes (secondary outcomes).
India 2026-06-12 3:47:18 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Susan  Nabadda Ndidde
ID: UNCST-2020-R014331
 Clinical Performance Evaluation of Novel Rapid Molecular Point-of-Care (POC) Diagnostics for Mpox Virus
REFNo: HS7690ES

To compare performance of the index test results by identified virus clade(s) circulating in-country. To determine the association of the index tests sensitivity results with Ct values (as a proxy for viral load). To determine the diagnostic performance of mpox POC tests (index tests) vs. gold-standard PCR (reference test) on archived lesion specimens Mpox-positive and negative.
 Uganda 2026-06-12 3:45:18 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Perrine Theroude Margaux Colombe
ID: UNCST-2026-R025247
 Face Value: Behavioural and Bio-Psychological Monitoring of Great Ape Wellbeing
REFNo: NS1267ES

Primate health: Innovating via state-of-the-art technology to obtain non-invasive and unobtrusive real-time biological measures markers of stress.
This project aims to investigate the relationship between stress-related
behaviours, and changes in facial temperature in captive and wild chimpanzees using infrared thermography.
France 2026-06-12 3:43:28 2029-06-12 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Soofia Mahmood
ID: UNCST-2025-R022700
 DATA-DRIVEN TARGETING AND ADAPTATIONS FOR SCALING ULTRA POVERTY GRADUATION (UPG) IN MID WEST AND SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS5421ES

1. To assess whether data-informed prioritization of vulnerable households for individual coaching check-ins improves practice adoption and household economic outcomes. 2. To compare group enterprise investment and individual lending models in building sustainable for women-led Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and improving economic outcomes for members. 3. To evaluate whether government staff can deliver household coaching with effectiveness compared to RTV staff when using the same tools and implementation approach.
Canada 2026-06-12 3:42:23 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Elisabeth Gerwing-Adima
ID: UNCST-2026-R025356
 Determining the Burden and Drivers of Stigma and Mental Health Among Individuals with Lived Experience of Leprosy in Uganda.
REFNo: HS7717ES

General objective
The general objective of this study is to determine the burden and the drivers of mental health burden and stigmatization of those affected by leprosy in Uganda, to inform policy makers and enable effective intervention development. Specific objectives:1. To assess the mental health burden among people affected by leprosy in Uganda, by investigating both the burden of the mental distress (quantitative) and the lived experiences of patients (qualitative).
2. To determine the burden of leprosy-related stigmatization in the Mayuge district, Uganda (quantitative), and explore in-depth how leprosy stigmatization is experienced (qualitative).


 Germany 2026-06-12 3:40:43 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Josephine Nabayinda
ID: UNCST-2026-R023998
 Examining the intersection of climate change and Intimate partner violence among young women living with HIV
REFNo: SS5395ES

General Objective: The overall objective of the study is to examine how climate-induced disasters interact with IPV, poverty and mental health to influence ART adherence among YWLHIV in Eastern Uganda. Specific Objectives: 1) To Quantitatively assess the extent to which poverty and mental health mediate the relationship between climate-induced disasters and IPV among YWLHIV in Eastern Uganda; 2) Qualitatively explore young women’s lived experiences and stake holders perspectives of how climate-induced disruptions (e.g., disasters, resource scarcity) affect access to HIV treatment and adherence.
Uganda 2026-06-12 17:17:32 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Sheila Bamweyana
ID: UNCST-2026-R024037
 HPTN 104: A multisite, open-label, randomized crossover study comparing adherence to a single daily dual prevention pill (DPP) versus FTC/TDF and Combined Oral Contraception separate pill dosing (2PR), given for pre-exposure prophylaxis and pregnancy prevention in women.
REFNo: HS7679ES

Primary Objective(s):
-Compare PrEP adherence to the DPP versus 2PR during a randomized crossover period.


Secondary Objectives:
-Compare PrEP adherence to the DPP versus 2PR during a Choice period.

-Evaluate acceptability of DPP versus 2PR during crossover and Choice periods.

-Evaluate preferences for the DPP versus 2PR.

-Compare PrEP persistence on the DPP versus 2PR during the Choice period.

-Compare the tolerability, side effects and unintended consequences (e.g., Intimate Partner Violence [IPV], pregnancy, HIV) of DPP versus 2PR: overall, during crossover and Choice periods.


Exploratory Objective:
-Examine facilitators and barriers of DPP adherence, acceptability, and persistence, during the crossover period and during Choice periods.

-Use mathematical modeling to estimate the effectiveness of the DPP and 2PR in reducing HIV incidence within the study cohort during the crossover and Choice periods.


Uganda 2026-06-12 17:15:26 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Victor Musiime -
ID: UNCST-2021-R013794
 The AWARE-Kampala Study (Air Pollution and Well-Being: Assessing Risks and Enhancing Education among adolescents in Kampala)
REFNo: SS5260ES

The overarching objective is to understand knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of air pollution and health among adolescents in Kampala using focus group discussions grounded in the Health Belief Model.
Uganda 2026-06-12 17:08:59 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Frances Imokol
ID: UNCST-2026-R024413
 Longitudinal Study on Teacher and School Leader Self-Efficacy in support of VVOB Uganda’s Learning Entrepreneurship and Agriculture Practically (LEAP) initiative.
REFNo: A768ES

The Green LEAP longitudinal studies have been designed to generate robust insights into how teachers’ and school leaders’ self-efficacy evolves through both pre-service and in-service training.
Uganda 2026-06-12 17:01:04 2029-06-12 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jolly Magulu
ID: UNCST-2021-R013833
 Community Mental Health and the Role of Village Health Teams in Uganda: Challenges, Intervention Acceptability, and Sustainability in Mukono District: A Case Study of Omni Med Uganda
REFNo: HS7449ES

1. To find out the challenges faced by VHTs in delivering community mental health services in Mukono District.
2. To understand community members’ and VHTs’ perceptions regarding the role of VHTs in providing psychosocial support services in Mukono District.
3. To describe community members' and VHTs’ perspectives on the acceptability, feasibility, and relevance of the SEEK-GSP intervention in Mukono District.
4. To understand the perceived implications of USAID’s withdrawal of funding on the sustainability and continuity of community mental health interventions in Uganda.

 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:59:26 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Maren Mickeler Alana
ID: UNCST-2024-R003691
 Generative AI in Knowledge Work: Experimental Evidence from Uganda
REFNo: SS5275ES

1. Causally identify how GenAI adoption changes knowledge work, focusing on workplace interactions and productivity, 1.1. Estimate the effect of GenAI on individual task performance (e.g., speed, quality, accuracy), 1.2. Estimate the effect of GenAI on interactions with colleagues and supervisors when executing knowledge-intensive tasks (volume, information exchange, quality of interactions), 1.3. Assess broader organizational implications, including firm-level productivity and supervisory load.
 Germany 2026-06-12 16:57:06 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Christine Katusiime
ID: UNCST-2026-R024829
 Knowledge, Attitudes and Prevention Practices Among Parents of Children with Rheumatic Heart Disease at Uganda Heart Institute.
REFNo: HS7675ES

1.To assess the level of knowledge of parents of children with Rheumatic Heart Disease at Uganda Heart Institute.
2.To assess the attitudes of parents of children with Rheumatic Heart Disease at Uganda Heart Institute.
3.To determine the preventive practices undertaken by parents of children with Rheumatic Heart Disease at Uganda Heart Institute.
4.To determine the relationship between knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices of parents of children with Rheumatic Heart Disease at Uganda Heart Institute.

Uganda 2026-06-12 16:55:39 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Richard Ssewakiryanga
ID: UNCST-2026-R023427
 PSP ACTION-RESEARCH ON ‘REPRESENTATION, NEGOTIATION AND SOCIAL DIALOGUE IN THE INFORMAL ECONOMY’
REFNo: SS5206ES

a) To document the formal or informal practices related to representation in social dialogue and other forms of structured negotiations are currently present in the hospitality sector in Uganda.
b) To understand in what ways workers in informal employment engage in other/alternative forms of organising and negotiations to improve their working conditions.
c) To document the role of development partners in organizing and enhancing unions’ capacities to integrate and address informal workers’ issues.
d) To analyse the extent to which studies and other forms of evidence impact social dialogues and actors in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:49:53 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Edna Tindimwebwa Brenda
ID:
PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS OF HYPERTENSION AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN SHEEMA DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: HS7685ES

General Objective
To determine the prevalence and risk factors of hypertension among health care workers in Sheema district, Uganda.

Specific Objectives
1. To establish the prevalence of hypertension among health care workers in Sheema district.
2. To determine the factors associated with hypertension among health care workers in Sheema District.
 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:39:33 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JESCA AKELLO OTAI
ID: UNCST-2025-R018523
 Entrepreneurial Income on the Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Soroti District, Uganda
REFNo: SS4774ES

Specific Objectives

1.To assess the effect of earned income on the growth of SMEs in Soroti District, Eastern Uganda.
2.To determine the influence of passive income on the growth of SMEs in Soroti District, Eastern Uganda.
3.To assess the influence of portfolio income on SMEs’ growth in Soroti District, Eastern Uganda.
4.To examine the moderating effect of the taxation system on the relationship between entrepreneurial income and the growth of SMEs in Soroti District.

 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:37:52 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Julian Bagyendera Kobutungi
ID:
Sustainable Development Goals Partnership: Endline Evaluation
REFNo: SS5435ES

3. Results, conclusions, and recommendations from the evaluation will be utilised at the programme and project level, as well as to inform future programming and policymaking.,2. Regarding accountability, RVO wishes to assess whether the SDGP has been a relevant, effective and (cost-)efficient instrument in contributing to sustainable impact on the relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).,1. To provide insights and evidence of the approaches and strategies applied by the SDGP. ,
 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:34:16 2029-06-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Felix Nabusamu
ID: UNCST-2025-R021280
 Influence of Postharvest Handling Innovations on Losses in Maize among Smallholder Farmers in Eastern Uganda, the case of Bulambuli and Kween Districts
REFNo: A692ES

1. To analyze the PHH innovations by smallholder maize farmers in Bulambuli and Kween Districts. 2. To examine the influence of PHH innovations on the quality of maize among smallholder farmers in Bulambuli and Kween Districts. 3. To assess the factors driving the PHH innovations among smallholder maize farmers in Bulambuli and Kween Districts.
Uganda 2026-06-12 16:28:49 2029-06-12 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Wietse Tol
ID: UNCST-2021-R013085
 Examining how brief psychosocial programs can be integrated with livelihoods programs
REFNo: HS7548ES

To examine how brief psychosocial programs can be integrated with livelihoods programs, and to explore strategies and recommendations for how this could be achieved
 Netherlands 2026-06-12 16:15:48 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Dickens Akena Howard
ID: UNCST-2019-R000179
 Rethinking the Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Ancestry in Genomics: Including Global Voices
REFNo: HS7222ES

1.To explore the perspectives of genome scientists and study participants from within the African continent on: (i) the use of population descriptors in genomics; and (ii) the risks and potential benefits of genomic research.

2.To determine and assess participants and researchers’ views on the use of population descriptors in genomics, the risks, and potential benefits of genomic research
 Uganda 2026-06-12 16:02:49 2029-06-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Deogratius Ssemwanga
ID: UNCST-2025-R021563
 Mpox Genomic Characterization, Viral Evolution and Host Response in Uganda: A multi-Omics Investigation of Transmission, Immune Evasion and Disease Severity
REFNo: HS7619ES

Main Objective:
To characterize the genomic, transcriptomic, epigenomic and proteomic profiles of MPXV infection in symptomatic cases and their contacts to inform improved diagnostic, control and management strategies.
Specific Objectives:
Objective 1: Viral Evolution and Transmission of the MPXV. This objective seeks to characterize MPXV genomic diversity and identify mutations associated with viral load, transmission clustering and infection duration. This involves identifying genetic variants driving adaptation, transmission and pathogenesis, sequencing viral genome for real-time evolution tracking, defining transmission dynamics among Mpox cases and their contacts, and collecting data on transmission risk factors for improved transmission control.
Objective 2: Host transcriptional Expression. We’ll identify host gene expression signatures associated with Mpox severity, immune evasion, clearance, and progression by comparing cases, contacts, and healthy controls (HCs). HCs will provide baseline host gene expression profiles.
Objective 3: Epigenetic regulation. Assess whether MPXV infection alters chromatin accessibility and interferon-stimulated gene regulation in infected individuals. Host chromatin architecture and epigenetic markers in both asymptomatic and symptomatic Mpox infections will be defined enabling us to dissect and understand chromatin remodeling mechanism driving infection and disease progression.
Objective 4: Comparative Proteomic Analysis. To characterize proteomic signatures in Mpox suspected patients, close contacts, and healthy controls, leading to identification of potential biomarkers for infection detection and an understanding of host response in Mpox.
Objective 5: Integrated Multi-Omics Analysis. Integrate viral genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and epigenomics to identify mechanisms of immune evasion and predictors of transmission success.
Objective 6: Living with Mpox Experience. To explore healthcare workers' and survivors' perspectives on the impact of Mpox diagnosis and management on physical, emotional, and social well-being in Uganda.

 Uganda 2026-06-11 13:36:41 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
ANGELLINE KISAAKYE
ID: UNCST-2026-R023482
 INFLUENCE OF GENDER ROLES ON FOOD AVAILABILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY IN KAABONG DISTRICT, UGANDA.
REFNo: SS5216ES

(i) To establish the gender roles terrain in the context of food security in Kaabong West Sub-county, Kaabong district.
(ii) To investigate the influence of gender roles on food availability in Kaabong West sub-county, Kaabong district.
(iii) To analyse how gender roles shape patterns of food accessibility in Kaabong West sub-county, Kaabong district.
(iv) To examine strategies for mitigating gender-based vulnerabilities to enhance food security in Kaabong West sub-county, Kaabong district.

Uganda 2026-06-11 13:35:07 2029-06-11 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Michael Byamukama
ID:
Modelling HIV/AIDS Transmission in the Era of Biomedical Prevention: A Policy Oriented Mathematical Approach
REFNo: NS1268ES

1. To develop a deterministic compartmental model incorporating HIV progression and biomedical interventions (ART, PrEP, PEP).
2. To compute and analyse the effective reproduction number under various intervention scenarios.
3. To estimate model parameters using national data, conduct sensitivity and uncertainty analyses in order to determine impactful parameters.
4. To simulate realistic intervention scenarios and project long-term outcomes in prevalence and incidence.
 Uganda 2026-06-11 13:31:21 2029-06-11 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Rujumba Rujumba
ID: UNCST-2022-R011160
 Post-Discharge Malaria Chemoprevention (PDMC) in Children with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM): A Qualitative Study of Acceptability and Use in Malawi and Uganda
REFNo: HS7633ES

1. To explore health workers’ and caregivers’ initial perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes towards PDMC-SAM before full implementation (prospective phase).
2. To examine the experiences of health workers and caregivers during trial implementation, including perceived benefits, burdens, and challenges of PDMC-SAM (retrospective phase).
3. To assess health workers’ and caregivers’ reflections after trial completion regarding the acceptability, feasibility, and sustainability of PDMC-SAM, and to identify anticipated adaptations required for scale-up (retrospective phase)

 Uganda 2026-06-11 13:27:59 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Tom Okade
ID: UNCST-2024-R004140
 Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) factors and their association with nutritional status of under-five children: A case study of Informal settlements (Slums) in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: HS7697ES

1. To establish the household Water, Sanitation and Hygiene practices in informal settlements in Kampala, Uganda 2. To determine the prevalence of stunting, underweight and wasting among under-five children in informal settlements in Kampala, Uganda 3. To determine the association between household Water, Sanitation and Hygiene practices and nutritional status (Stunting, Underweight and Wasting) of under-five children in informal settlements in Kampala, Uganda
 Uganda 2026-06-11 13:11:06 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
PATRICK KAKANDE
ID: UNCST-2025-R020509
 HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS VACCINATION: UPTAKE, ASSOCIATED FACTORS, BARRIERS AND FACILITATORS AMONG FEMALE ADOLESCENTS LIVING WITH HIV AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS7400ES

To determine the uptake of HPV vaccination, associated factors, barriers and facilitators among female adolescents living with HIV at Mbarara regional referral hospital.
 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:58:14 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Leonie Gussone
ID: UNCST-2026-R024667
 Mapping the invisible: Primate movement ecology as a window into internal states and external pressures
REFNo: NS1284ES

To test how variation in movement patterns of red-tailed monkeys reflect internal states (measured through a panel of non-invasive biomarkers) and external pressures (food availability and competition)
 Germany 2026-06-11 12:50:42 2029-06-11 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Daisy Kamusiime
ID: UNCST-2025-R020451
 Sign Language Enabled Technology (SLET4TB) for Accessible TB Care in Uganda
REFNo: HS7856ES

i. To assess changes in healthcare providers’ confidence in communicating with Deaf TB patients before and after SLET implementation. ii. To evaluate the impact of SLET on consultation efficiency (duration and activities) for Deaf TB patients in the selected districts of Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono. iii. To determine the usability of SLET among healthcare providers using the System Usability Scale (SUS). iv. To explore acceptability, barriers, and facilitators among Deaf users, providers and stakeholders.
Uganda 2026-06-11 12:43:33 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Joseph Ochom
ID: UNCST-2025-R022492
 REVENUE DIVERSIFICATION, FINANCIAL PLANNING AND FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS5076ES

The study will be guided by the following objectives. I. To examine the extent to which grants and donations contribute to revenue diversification and financial sustainability of Uganda’s public universities. II. To assess how tuition and functional fees, as components of revenue diversification, influence the financial sustainability of Uganda’s public universities. III. To analyze the role of research and consultancy services in enhancing revenue diversification and financial sustainability of Uganda’s public universities. IV. To evaluate the contribution of commercial activities and enterprise ventures to revenue diversification and financial sustainability of Uganda’s public universities. V. To examine the mediating role of financial planning in the relationship between revenue diversification and financial sustainability of Uganda’s public universities
Uganda 2026-06-11 12:41:36 2029-06-11 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Racheal Angom
ID: UNCST-2023-R007485
 Enhancing Pediatric Cancer Care in Uganda with the Uganda Cancer Institute Pediatric Cancer Registry and the Uganda Cancer Institute Pediatric Cancer Dashboard
REFNo: HS7853ES

To Assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary impact of UCI-Ped-Reg and UCI-Ped-DASH.,To assess the barriers and facilitators to implementation and adoption of UCI-Ped-Reg and UCI-Ped-DASH.,To develop and implement an online interactive dashboard (UCI-Ped-DASH) for real-time data visualization from UCI-Ped-Reg.,To implement an adapted hospital-based pediatric cancer registry (UCI-Ped-Reg) at the Uganda Cancer Institute, Kampala, Uganda.,To enhance pediatric cancer care in Uganda by developing and implementing a hospital-based pediatric cancer registry (UCI-Ped-Reg) and an interactive data visualization dashboard (UCI-Ped-DASH) at the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI).,
 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:37:21 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
FREDDIE SSENGOOBA Peter
ID: UNCST-2021-R011834
 Understanding and Strengthening Systems of Evidence to Improve Health Policy in Africa: A Comparative Multi-Country Study
REFNo: HS7883ES

4) Development and monitoring of action plans for national stakeholders working to improve evidence systems for health,3) Comparative analysis of the operation of these systems in relation to two contrasting health policy challenges (Universal Health Care and COVID-19),2) Conceptual development of a framework on which to evaluate the structure and function of these systems, co-produced with key stakeholders,1) Mapping national evidence advisory systems, institutional arrangements, and cultures of evidence at national and local government levels,to examine and inform evidence advisory systems that inform health policymaking through a comparative analysis of how these systems function and can be improved in four African countries - Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, and Uganda,
 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:34:51 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
AbdulAziizi Sekitooleko
ID: UNCST-2025-R019865
 E-Governance and Tax Administration in Local Governments in Uganda: A Study of Bushenyi District
REFNo: SS5201ES

1.3.1 Purpose of the study To examine the effects of e-governance on tax administration in Bushenyi District local government Uganda. Specific objective i. To establish the effects of online tax registration on tax administration in Bushenyi district local government ii. To examine the effects of Automated revenue collection systems on tax administration in Bushenyi district local government iii. To identify the effects of Integrated Financial Management Information system (IFMS) on tax administration in Bushenyi district local government. iv. To assess the moderating effect of Government Policy on the relationship between; online tax registration, Automated revenue collection systems, Integrated Financial Management Information system (IFMS), and tax administration in Bushenyi District Local Government.
 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:29:30 2029-06-11 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Lydia Nakiyingi
ID: UNCST-2022-R010102
 Metformin as the Silver Lining for Diabetics Co-infected with Drug Sensitive Tuberculosis: Understanding the Clinical Aspects of Metformin’s Modification of Tuberculosis
REFNo: HS7668ES

To assess the anti-tuberculous activity of metformin among diabetes
mellitus patients with tuberculosis Kiruddu Hospital and Kisenyi HC IV , through comparing
clinical presentation, rate of symptom resolution, rate of smear conversion and frequency of
successful outcomes among drug susceptible tuberculosis patients receiving metformin for
diabetes mellitus when compared to those not on metformin.
Specific objectives:
1. To describe the clinical and radiological presentation of tuberculosis disease among
drug susceptible tuberculosis patients receiving metformin for diabetes mellitus
treatment and those not receiving metformin at Kiruddu Hospital and Kisenyi HC IV.
2. To evaluate clinical progression (resolution of symptoms and conversion to sputum
smear negativity) among drug susceptible tuberculosis patients receiving metformin
for diabetes mellitus treatment and those not receiving metformin at Kiruddu Hospital
and Kisenyi HC IV.
3. To compare successful tuberculosis treatment outcomes among drug susceptible
tuberculosis patients receiving metformin for diabetes mellitus treatment and those
not receiving metformin at Kiruddu Hospital and Kisenyi HC IV.
Uganda 2026-06-11 12:13:55 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Japheth Noel
ID: UNCST-2021-R013959
 Refugee Students in Uganda’s Higher Education System: A Grounded Theory Study on Conditions for Successful Integration
REFNo: SS5259ES

The main objective of the study is to develop a theoretical model for successful integration of refugee students in the Ugandan higher education system that is based on the attributes, perspectives, experiences and strategies(enablers) and constraints(disablers) for their access, participation and success in Ugandan higher education system.
Uganda 2026-06-11 12:12:13 2029-06-11 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Pontiano Kaleebu
ID: UNCST-2021-R013577
 Formative Usability Study Protocol of the Panbio™ Dengue Duo test with Fingerstick Sample Collection
REFNo: HS7731ES

The primary objectives of this usability study are
• To evaluate Health Care Professional users’ Panbio™ Dengue Duo test labelling comprehension and the usability of the supplied components as describe in the IFU in a Point of Care setting. This will be assessed through the user questionnaire and observation sheets.
• To assess which lancet generates the correct volume of blood to enable to user to collect two samples from the same fingerstick.
• To identify the optimal instruction and technique for using the plastic capillary tube to collect the 30 µL from a fingerstick and to understand the impact of fingerstick on the usability of the sample collection tools.

 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:06:13 2029-06-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Rhona Mijumbi M
ID: UNCST-2023-R006843
 Learning together to advance Evidence and Equity in Policymaking to achieve the SDGs in Africa (Africa LEEPS)
REFNo: SS5344ES

The overall objective is to strengthen evidence pathways at regional and national levels to ensure timely access to relevant, contextualized evidence, including gender analysis, for policymaking that enhances population wellbeing.,4. To build a culture of sustained evaluation, knowledge exchange, and learning within the LEEPS partnership and the partners within the EARESI. ,3. To design a platform structures and processes to support timely access and use of evidence response at regional level for gender equity and inclusion in policymaking to enhance population wellbeing.,2. To strengthen the sustained capacity of individuals and organisations in applying evidence and gender equity and inclusion in policymaking to enhance population wellbeing,1. To strengthen evidence pathways at a regional policymaking to strengthen timely access to relevant and contextualised evidence, including gender analysis, for informing decisions to enhance population wellbeing,
 Uganda 2026-06-11 12:04:48 2029-06-11 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Pauline Byakika-Kibwika
ID: UNCST-2019-R001206
 Platform Adaptive Randomised Trial for NEw and Repurposed Filovirus treatmentS
REFNo: HS7849ES

To evaluate the impact of potential treatments on mortality in patients with filovirus disease. ,
 Uganda 2026-06-08 21:31:41 2029-06-08 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Derrick Abila Bary
ID: UNCST-2020-R014563
 Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary outcomes of childhood cancer survivor-delivered nurse-facilitated peer support model on anxiety and depression among adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer at Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI), Uganda
REFNo: HS7533ES

1) To co-design with stakeholders the TOGETHER implementation strategies for adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer at UCI, Uganda,To evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, appropriateness, and preliminary outcomes of TOGETHER (a peer-support intervention delivered by childhood cancer survivors and nurse facilitators) on anxiety and depression among adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer at the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI). 2) To pilot test the TOGETHER implementation strategies among adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer at UCI, Uganda, using a hybrid type II effectiveness implementation trial design. 3) To assess the perceived barriers and facilitators of a childhood cancer survivor (CCS) delivered nurse-facilitated peer support model (TOGETHER) for adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer at UCI, Uganda.
 Uganda 2026-06-08 16:16:30 2029-06-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Derrick Abila Bary
ID: UNCST-2020-R014563
 COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING FOR PREVENTION AND CONTROL PROGRAM: A CASE OF MBARARA MBARARA/CITY VS GULU DISTRICT/CITY
REFNo: HS7800ES

Main Objective
1. To evaluate the effectiveness of cervical cancer screening interventions at intervention sites compared with control sites in Gulu City and Gulu District during the same period.

Specific Objectives
1. To determine the number and proportion of precancerous lesions detected among women screened for cervical cancer in the intervention sites and compare these with the control sites.
2. To compare screen-positive treatment rates in the intervention and control sites before and after the intervention.
3. To assess the investments (costs) made to facilitate cervical cancer screening in the intervention sites compared with the control sites.
4. To compare the level of cervical cancer knowledge, awareness, and practices between the women in the communities in the intervention and control sites.
5. To explore stakeholder perspectives on the implementation, acceptability, barriers, facilitators, and sustainability of cervical cancer screening service delivery in the intervention and control sites.
 Uganda 2026-06-08 16:04:57 2029-06-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Eve  Namisango
ID: UNCST-2021-R014038
 Piloting the use of sub-Saharan Africa spirituality guidelines and standards to support the integration of spirituality care into routine palliative care services at Kitovu Mobile hospice
REFNo: SS5371ES

2) To build a core team of palliative care and community health workers trained in generalist spiritual care ,1) To co-design a strategy for integrating spiritual care into routine palliative care services at Kitovu Mobile,To undertake a demonstration project on how to integrate spiritual care into routine palliative care leveraging evidence-based recommendations and standards alongside appropriate measures for assessment, management/support and measuring outcomes,
 Uganda 2026-06-05 16:41:18 2029-06-05 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Hannah Kibuuka
ID: UNCST-2020-R014355
 Development of Host Biomarker-Guided Approaches to Mitigate Endemic and Emerging Biothreats
REFNo: HS7512ES

To conduct comprehensive host transcriptomic and proteomic profiling of biospecimens previously collected under IRB approved protocols meeting clinical definitions of the syndromes Pneumonia, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Sepsis and Meningoencephalitis
 Uganda 2026-06-05 16:30:22 2029-06-05 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Andrew Katumba
ID:
Local Validation and Calibration Assessment of the CerviCARE Artificial Intelligence Cervicography Tool Within Routine VIA-Based Cervical Cancer Screening in Uganda: A Mixed-Methods Study with Comparative Patient and Provider Experience Assessment
REFNo: HS7752ES

Primary objective: To compare the diagnostic performance of the CerviCARE AI tool with VIA performed by experienced screening midwives and healthcare workers within routine cervical cancer screening services at the Uganda Cancer Institute and its affiliated satellite site in Mbarara, and to characterise the tool’s agreement, calibration and operational performance within routine service delivery. Secondary objectives 1. To assess the quality-assurance performance of CerviCARE using colposcopy-directed biopsy and histopathological confirmation among a targeted subset of approximately 180 participants with abnormal, suspicious, borderline or discordant screening findings within the 1,500-woman validation cohort. 2. To assess and compare patient and healthcare provider experiences of routine VIA-based cervical cancer screening delivered with and without CerviCARE support, including understanding of results, communication, acceptability, trust, dignity, workflow, provider confidence and perceived usefulness within routine service delivery. 3. To quantify inter-observer variability in VIA interpretation among study providers and to assess how CerviCARE outputs align with consensus VIA and histology in discordant cases.
 Uganda 2026-06-05 16:26:45 2029-06-05 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joweria Nambooze
ID: UNCST-2019-R001118
 Efficacy of a High-Calorie High-Protein Supplement on Weight for Age and Mid Upper Arm Circumference of Children with Special Needs in Uganda
REFNo: HS7734ES

Assess caregiver knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the preparation, use and perceived benefits of the supplement,Assess the effect of the supplement on weight for age and mid upper arm circumference among children with CP,To analyze the nutrient composition of the 1-week pureed food menu provided at the orphanage using the MyDietAnalysis program to determine its adequacy in meeting the nutritional requirements of the children.,Develop an energy-protein dense supplement to improve nutritional status of children with Celebral Palsy and other disabilities.,To test the efficacy of a sustainable high-calorie, high-protein supplement in therapeutic care of malnourished Ugandan children with disabilities. ,
 Uganda 2026-06-05 16:24:12 2029-06-05 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Max Bobholz
ID: UNCST-2025-R021763
 Health-related quality of life and environmental distress among climate-displaced communities in Uganda
REFNo: HS7560ES

4.1. General Objective
The general objective of this study is to characterize, summarize, and explore the connection between CRD and the current health-related QoL and environmental distress circumstances of CRMs in Uganda, focusing on both the national level and within a single IDP camp.


4.2. Specific Objectives
We propose two specific objectives that run in parallel to one another.
Objective 1: Characterize key stakeholders’ understanding of the causes and health-related consequences of CRD in Uganda. This objective will investigate stakeholders’ understanding of CRM circumstances in Uganda, particularly the types of climate factors contributing to displacement, the challenges faced by this population, and potential strategies for improving their health, using key informant interviews.
Objective 2: Explore how climate-related displacement experiences, aspects of vulnerability, and resilience contribute to quality of life and environmental distress (e.g., solastalgia and loss of place) throughout migration journeys of climate-related migrants in the Muhokya IDP Camp in Kasese District. Guided by an emerging method that blends geospatial mapping and narrative analysis,20 we will qualitatively explore the displacement, QoL, and distress experiences of CRMs.

 USA 2026-06-05 16:22:02 2029-06-05 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Kembabazi Juliet
ID: UNCST-2025-R017646
 EMPLOYEE PERCEPTIONS OF ATTRACTION AND RETENTION IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN UGANDA. A CASE OF PRIVATE CHARTERED UNIVERSITIES IN WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS5050ES

THE STUDY AIMS AT EXAMINING HOW EMPLOYEE PERCEPTIONS INFLUENCE ATTRACTION AND RETENTION OF EMPLOYEES IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN WESTERN UGANDA
Uganda 2026-06-05 16:19:37 2029-06-05 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
NSUBUGA GERALD
ID: UNCST-2021-R011633
 Feasibility and Acceptability Using Umbilical Cord Blood for Cancer Treatment through Stem Cell Transplantation: A Multi-Center Study Involving Pregnant Mothers, Health Workers, and Cancer Patients in Collaboration with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Service
REFNo: HS6131ES

General Objective To assess the feasibility and acceptability of collecting and using umbilical cord blood for stem cell transplantation in cancer patients based on the perceptions and readiness of pregnant mothers, health professionals, and cancer patients in selected public health facilities in Uganda. Specific Objectives 1. To determine the level of awareness and knowledge about umbilical cord blood stem cell transplantation among pregnant mothers, health professionals, and cancer patients. 2. To assess the willingness of pregnant mothers to donate umbilical cord blood for therapeutic use. 3. To evaluate the preparedness of health professionals to support UCB collection, processing, and utilization.
Uganda 2026-06-05 15:35:56 2029-06-05 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Begumisa Godfrey Magyezi
ID: UNCST-2024-R002711
 Remediation of Schistosome cercaria and fecal bacteria from contaminated water sources using a constructed wetland and Electrochlorination
REFNo: NS1253ES

3. To determine the enhancement potential of the sequential vertical flow CW and EC in treatment of water contaminated with schistosome cercariae and fecal indicator bacteria,2. To determine the best practices of a vertical flow constructed wetland for schistosome cercariae and fecal contamination indicator bacteria removal,1. To establish the best practices of EC application for schistosome cercaria and fecal indicator bacteria disinfection ,To investigate the best practices for schistosome cercariae and fecal bacteria remediation from polluted water sources of the schistosomiasis hot spot region of Lake Albert, western Uganda,
 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:19:31 2029-06-01 Natural Sciences Degree Award
Drake Musoki
ID: UNCST-2026-R023417
 Assessing Usability and Patient preferences of the Validated Luganda Self-Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20) among PLHIV in Uganda.
REFNo: HS7482ES

General Objective To Assess the Usability and Patient Preferences of the Validated Luganda Self-Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20) among PLHIV attending Mildmay Hospital, Uganda. Specific Objectives 1. To assess Usability of the Luganda SRQ-20 by evaluating the comprehension, ease of use and completion time among PLHIV. 2. To explore patient preferences by identifying the desired mode of delivery mode (self vs health-worker administered). 3. To determine the perceived barriers and necessary adaptations to make the SRQ-20 accessible to diverse PLHIV populations (i.e. with disabilities, low literacy levels, urban vs rural).
 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:18:14 2029-06-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Paul Okeny
ID: UNCST-2021-R012931
 The PARSNIP Study PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH LOW ANTERIOR RESECTION SYNDROME AND QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG PATIENTS UNDERGOING SURGERY FOR RECTAL CANCER IN UGANDA.
REFNo: HS7451ES

Aim 1
To determine the prevalence and factors associated with low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) among patients undergoing low anterior resection for rectal cancer in Uganda.
Specific Objectives
1. To determine the prevalence of Low Anterior Resection Syndrome among patients who have had low anterior resection for rectal cancer in Mulago Hospital.
2. To describe factors associated with Low Anterior Resection Syndrome among patients who have had low anterior resection for rectal cancer in Mulago Hospital.
Aim 2
To evaluate the health-related quality of life and factors associated with a poor quality of life among patients who have had surgical resection for rectal cancer in Uganda.
Specific objectives
1. To determine the quality of life of patients who have had surgical resection for rectal cancer in Mulago Hospital.
2. To assess the factors associated with a poor quality of life following surgical resection for rectal cancer in Mulago Hospital.

 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:15:40 2029-06-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
John Mugonya
ID: UNCST-2025-R018082
 DETERMINANTS OF PARTICIPATION OF SMALLHOLDER COFFEE FARMERS IN THE AGROFORESTRY CARBON REMOVAL BUSINESS
REFNo: A753ES

- To examine the factors that influence the participation of smallholder coffee agroforestry farmers in the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) -To characterise business models for agroforestry carbon projects across a context and mechanisms continuum - To assess the perceptions of smallholder coffee-agroforestry farmers of benefits and constraints associated with participating in carbon projects - To examine the implementation mechanisms of carbon projects within smallholder coffee agroforestry sector in Uganda - To establish a multi-stakeholder co-design process for prototyping inclusive business models for agroforestry ecosystem services among smallholder coffee farmers in Uganda
 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:13:55 2029-06-01 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Elizeus Rutebemberwa
ID: UNCST-2022-R009070
 Mobile Phone Surveys for NCD Risk Factor Estimation in Uganda
REFNo: HS7319ES

Objective 1: Compare IVR and computer assisted telephone interviews (CATI) performances.
Objective 2: Optimize urban/rural questions to better triangulate residences in urban and rural areas.
Objective 3: Better understand interactive voice response (IVR) disposition codes generated by IVR platforms and services to improve response rate.
 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:12:47 2029-06-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
FELIX YETUNGYE KAMUHANDA
ID: UNCST-2026-R023493
 Enhancing childhood cancer outcomes in southwestern Uganda: Addressing diagnostic and treatment delays, and describing a patient cohort at the Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
REFNo: HS7579ES

The overarching objective is to improve timely diagnosis and treatment, and outcomes for childhood cancer patients in southwestern Uganda by characterizing childhood cancer patients seen at the Paediatric Cancer unit (PCU) in MRRH, assessing the diagnostic pathways and delays, capturing experiences of caretakers and key stakeholders, and developing a context-specific referral algorithm supported by quality paediatric cancer data. The specific objectives include: 1. To characterize the cohort of childhood cancer patients presenting to the PCU (including sociodemographic, symptom progression, clinical presentation at PCU, cancer types, diagnostics, treatments, and outcomes) using a validated database. 2. To describe the patient journey and delays at each stage of the three delays model (detailed in the figure 1) with a focus on: a. Quantifying the average time intervals (delays) from symptom onset to confirmed diagnosis and treatment initiation of common childhood cancers, and to describe the implications of these delays on the outcomes of the patient cohort. b. Describing the healthcare pathways and determining factors associated with duration of delays for common childhood cancers. c. Exploring the lived experiences of caretakers of children diagnosed with cancer, from initial symptom recognition to diagnosis and treatment initiation. d. Exploring the perceptions of key stakeholders (including healthcare providers at all levels of the healthcare system and key community informants) on childhood cancer and on its diagnosis and treatment initiation delays. 3. To collaboratively develop and refine context-specific referral decision algorithms for childhood cancers to improve early identification and referral efficiency.
Uganda 2026-06-01 18:09:54 2029-06-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Simon  ACHUU Peter
ID: UNCST-2025-R017228
 Impact of Climate Variability on Rangelands Ecosystems Productivity and Mitigation Measures in Awoja Catchment Area, Eastern Uganda
REFNo: NS1255ES

1. To analyze the relationship between climate variability and rangeland ecosystem productivity patterns in the Awoja catchment area between 1984 and 2024.
2. To examine community perceptions on the impacts of climate variability on rangelands ecosystem productivity in the Awoja catchment area.
3. To examine the effectiveness of existing community based copying strategies to mitigate negative impacts of climate variability on rangeland ecosystem productivity in Awoja catchment area.
4. To design and test selected ecosystem based adaptation-EbA techniques in maintaining rangeland ecosystem productivity under climate variability scenario in Awoja catchment area.

 Uganda 2026-06-01 18:08:07 2029-06-01 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Eugene Ruzagira
ID: UNCST-2023-R008282
 Extended monitoring of HIV status and vaccine-induced seropositivity among PrEPVacc trial participants (PrEPVacc Extension Study).
REFNo: HS7676ES

1. To provide comprehensive HIV testing and counseling services to PrEPVacc trial participants, including virus detection and prevention of the misdiagnosis of HIV infection among individuals with VISP.
2. To facilitate and support participants who wish to take up PrEP to reduce their risk of acquiring HIV.
3. To facilitate linkage to care for participants who acquire HIV and support their timely initiation of antiretroviral therapy.
4. To explore participants’ and trial staff’s reflections on trial participation and outcomes, including their lived experiences of VISP and perceptions of oral PrEP offered within the trial.

Uganda 2026-06-01 18:05:24 2029-06-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Arthur Sekiziyivu
ID: UNCST-2026-R023989
 EVALUATION of HEALTH CARE WORKERS’ ADHERENCE to MALARIA CASE MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES (HAMG) IN MAYUGE DISTRICT.
REFNo: HS7648ES

Aim 1: To assess HCWs’ adherence to the 2023 UCG in the treatment of patients with confirmed uncomplicated malaria at Mayuge HC IV for the three months preceding this study, and the facility-level factors that influence adherence. Aim 2: To explore behavioural determinants of HCWs’ adherence to the 2023 UCG in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria at Mayuge Health Centre IV. Aim 3: To develop an implementation strategy aimed at improving HCWs’ adherence to the 2023 UCG in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria in Mayuge District.
Uganda 2026-05-28 17:53:46 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
John Ainembabazi Hebert
ID: UNCST-2026-R024520
 Reducing Food Loss and Waste of Fruits and Vegetables in Uganda’s Food Markets
REFNo: A760ES

Reduce post harvest losses of fruits and vegetables among retail traders in Kampala markets through access to cold storage services
 Uganda 2026-05-28 16:53:16 2029-05-28 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Gertrude Nakigozi
ID: UNCST-2025-R022719
 The Many faces of Trauma and Recovery around the World: Mapping Experiences in Cultural Context (Matrix) Pilot Study
REFNo: HS7621ES

1. Assess the cultural relevance, feasibility and acceptability of the study design and instruments (survey and in-depth interview questionnaire) to inform implementation feasibility in Phase II of the project. 2. Preliminarily explore cross-cultural experiences of traumatic events, including individual psychological and somatic responses to PTEs, their perceived causes, approaches to coping and healing, subjective wellbeing and functioning, and the role of culture, context and identity. 3. Identify cross-cultural conceptualizations and expressions of trauma, including convergences and divergences in traumatic experiences, trauma sequelae, idioms of distress, and cultural scripts, their subjective interpretation and the meaning attributed to these. 4. Investigate culturally-specific healing and coping strategies, including individualistic vs collective approaches.
Uganda 2026-05-28 16:43:56 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Damari Atusasiire
ID: UNCST-2024-R002645
 UCatchUp cost-effectiveness evaluation
REFNo: SS5226ES

Understand the potential to scale up the UCatchUp program,
 Uganda 2026-05-28 16:42:20 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Florence Kyoheirwe Muhanguzi
ID: UNCST-2021-R002777
 Climate Resilience Solutions in the West Nile Region of Uganda (CARIS)
REFNo: SS5142ES

The primary objective of CARIS is to investigate the complex interplay of hydrological, ecological, and socioeconomic factors in the West Nile region of Uganda, focusing on the Enyau River catchment within the context of climate change.
Uganda 2026-05-28 16:39:51 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Namulema Edith
ID:
Exploring the feasibility and safety of using the ‘LeVe Neonatal CPAP System’ to assist neonates with signs of respiratory distress at Mengo Hospital
REFNo: HS7747ES

1) Feasibility Objective - To determine the proportion of neonates in whom the LeVe CPAP device can be successfully initiated and maintained for the entire study duration.
2) Safety Objective - To determine the incidence of CPAP-related adverse events occurring within the first 7 days of CPAP therapy.
3) Respiratory Effectiveness Objective - To assess the early respiratory response to CPAP within 2 hours of initiation and for the entire study duration using SpO?, FiO? measures and the Silverman-Andersen respiratory distress score.
4) Prematurity-Related Outcome Objective - To determine the incidence of survival to discharge, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and retinopathy of prematurity.
5) To explore healthcare workers' perceptions and experiences regarding CPAP training adequacy, their confidence in using neonatal CPAP, and their views on how CPAP implementation influences neonatal respiratory outcomes within their clinical setting

 Uganda 2026-05-28 16:35:26 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martin Bakunda
ID: UNCST-2025-R022360
 FINANCIAL LITERACY AND FINANCIAL WELLBEING A MODERATED MEDIATED RELATIONSHIP OF SOCIAL CAPITAL AND FINANCIAL STRESS AMONG MICRO AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS IN KAMPALA, UGANDA
REFNo: SS5363ES

I. To examine the effect of Financial Literacy on Financial Wellbeing II. To determine the effect of Financial Stress on Financial Wellbeing III. To assess the effect of Social Capital on Financial Wellbeing IV. To examine the effect of Financial Literacy on Financial Stress V. To examine the mediation effect of Financial Stress on the relationship between Financial Literacy and Financial wellbeing VI. To examine the moderating effect of social capital on the relationship between financial literacy and financial stress VII. To assess the moderating effect of social capital on relationship between financial literacy and financial wellbeing VIII. To examine the moderating effect of social capital on the relationship between financial stress and financial wellbeing IX. To analyze the moderation effect of social capital on the indirect relationship between financial literacy and financial wellbeing through financial stress
Uganda 2026-05-28 16:33:41 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Degree Award
Elly Atuhumuza
ID: UNCST-2024-R002706
 Evaluating the Active Ingredients and Dose Response Effects of Group Interpersonal Psycho-therapy Components on Depression
REFNo: HS7468ES

1. To determine the comparative effectiveness of each core IPT-G component (psychoeducation, peer support, and problem-solving skills) in reducing depression symptoms (as measured by the PHQ-9) from baseline to post treatment, when delivered as a single session. 2. To determine feasibility and acceptability of each individual arm. 3. To assess the effect of session intensity (duration) on the efficacy of each core component by comparing outcomes across low, medium, and high intensity doses for a single session. 4. To evaluate the effect of treatment frequency (number of sessions) on the efficacy of each core component by comparing outcomes from a single session, 2, 4, and 6 sessions with enhanced treatment as usual. duration. 5. To identify interaction effects between the type of active ingredient, session intensity, and treatment frequency to determine if certain components benefit more from increased duration, increased number of sessions, or a specific combination of both. 6. To develop an optimized therapy model by synthesizing the findings to propose a stream- lined protocol that specifies the most potent components and their minimal effective dosage for reducing depression symptoms in low resource settings.
Uganda 2026-05-28 16:30:40 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Henry Cust
ID: UNCST-2025-R021803
 Empirical Insights into the Real Cost of PEPFAR and USAID HIV Funding Cuts in sub-Saharan Africa
REFNo: SS4802ES

1) To assess the impact of the US budget cuts on HIV service provision and health outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa. 2) To assess the reallocation of resources through the change in relative service provision priorities following the US budget cuts.
 UK 2026-05-28 16:09:44 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ronald Mbago
ID: UNCST-2025-R018089
 MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES, WORK ENGAGEMENT AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES OFFERING OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING IN KAMPALA METROPOLITAN AREA, UGANDA
REFNo: SS4373ES

a) To examine the effect of strategic thinking on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
b) To evaluate the effect of flexibility on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
c) To examine the effect of collaboration on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
d) To evaluate the effect of vigor on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
e) To examine the effect of dedication on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
f) To assess the effect of absorption on service delivery in private universities offering ODL in the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.
g) To examine overall the effect of management competencies, work engagement on service delivery in open and distance learning in private universities in Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda.


 Uganda 2026-05-28 16:02:29 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
FRANCIS  AMAYOA ANYAKA
ID: UNCST-2024-R003877
 INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY INTO RESEARCH ETHICS REVIEW IN UGANDA: PERSPECTIVES OF RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE MEMBERS.
REFNo: HS7784ES

General Objective To assess the awareness, attitudes, and practices of RECs regarding environmental sustainability, and to identify practical strategies for enhancing its integration into research ethics review. Specific Objectives 1. To assess awareness among REC members regarding environmental sustainability in research. 2. To examine the attitudes and perceptions of REC members toward incorporating environmental sustainability into ethics review processes. 3. To assess current practices for integration of environmental considerations into REC ethics review processes. 4. To identify the barriers and facilitators that influence the integration of environmental sustainability into research ethics review by RECs. 5. To propose strategies for strengthening ethical oversight systems to effectively incorporate environmental sustainability into research governance.
Uganda 2026-05-28 15:58:40 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Alex Saturday
ID: UNCST-2023-R007459
 Effect of Land Use on Water Quality and Biotic Assemblages of Lake Nyabihoko, Western Uganda
REFNo: NS1120ES

i) To assess LULC change patterns from 1992 to 2022 (i.e., 1992, 2002, 2012, and 2022) in the Lake Nyabihoko sub-catchment.
ii) To investigate the spatial and seasonal variability in the physicochemical (i.e., turbidity, temp, DO, EC, pH, TDS, TP, TN, NH4-N, and NO3-N) parameters of water in Lake Nyabihoko.
iii) To investigate spatial and seasonal variability in macroinvertebrate composition, abundance, and diversity in the study area
iv) To investigate phytoplankton composition, abundance, diversity and biomass between wet and dry seasons and among the study stations.

 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:48:35 2029-05-28 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Dan Ngabirano
ID: UNCST-2025-R021195
 Beyond Legal and other Formal Approaches to the Grand Corruption Problem in Uganda: The Role of Indigenous African Customary Laws, Norms and Institutions
REFNo: SS4691ES

a) To study and document the strength and limitations of relying on legal and other formal approaches to grand corruption in Uganda. b) To interrogate the efficacy of customary laws, norms and institutions in the fight against grand corruption while relying on case studies from Buganda, Bunyoro, Bugisu, Acholi, Kigezi Tswana and Asante societies c)To inquire into the practicability of relying on customary laws, norms and institutions in the fight against corruption in Uganda and whether these should exist as alternatives or rather compliment current legal and formal approaches.
Uganda 2026-05-28 15:46:29 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Opar BernardToliva
ID: UNCST-2026-R023349
 ASSESSING THE BURDEN AND RESEARCH CAPACITY ON SNAKEBITE ENVENOMING IN NORTHERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS7038ES

To assess the hospital incidence, clinical management practices, and research capacity for snakebite envenoming in Uganda, with the aim of identifying potential clinical trial sites for an upcoming antivenom clinical trial.
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:42:48 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
JOSHUA KIPTOO
ID: UNCST-2025-R021984
 Use of Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetic (PBPK) Modelling Approach to Predict Infant Exposure to Bedaquiline, Lamivudine, and Lumefantrine Via Breastmilk
REFNo: HS7748ES

General Objective: To determine infant plasma exposure to Lamivudine, Lumefantrine, and Bedaquiline via breast milk change over the first year of life (0-12 months) Specific objectives 1. To develop a PBPK model for the prediction of infant plasma exposure to Bedaquiline, Lamivudine, and Lumefantrine via breast milk 2. To determine the variability in infant plasma exposure to Bedaquiline, Lamivudine, and Lumefantrine via breast milk during the first year of life (0-12 months)
Uganda 2026-05-28 15:39:46 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Susan  Nabadda Ndidde
ID: UNCST-2020-R014331
 Field Performance Verification of the XL1000e Automated Blood Coagulation Analyzer at Health facilities in Uganda: A Method Verification and Comparative Evaluation Study
REFNo: HS7524ES

To determine the operational characteristics and user satisfaction associated with the XL1000e. To conduct a method comparison between the XL1000e and the Sysmex CA-660/CS510 analyzer as a reference using patient samples. To evaluate the analytical performance (precision, accuracy, carryover, linearity) of the XL1000e in measuring Prothrombin Time (PT), Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT), Thrombin Time (TT), Fibrinogen (FIB), and D-dimer.
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:38:43 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Isaac Otim
ID: UNCST-2024-R016522
 Item Bank Development for Paediatric Malignancies: A Tool for Quality-of-Life Evaluation and Prognostic Prediction in Northern Ugandan Children.
REFNo: HS7281ES

Primary Objective: Develop an item bank for pain, nausea, loss of appetite, physical functioning, cognitive impairment, sleep quality and fatigue among children with cancer.
Secondary Objectives: (i)Correlate tumour size, serum LDH levels and patient quality of life among children with cancer.
(ii) Explore using self-reported measures to predict prognosis in children with cancer during chemotherapy.
Uganda 2026-05-28 15:35:44 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Haliima Nalugo
ID: UNCST-2025-R020120
 Seroprevalence and Molecular Detection of Brucella Species in Archived Wildlife Samples at Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP), Uganda
REFNo: HS7529ES

To estimate the seroprevalence and detect Brucella species among selected wildlife species in Queen Elizabeth National Park
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:32:04 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Oscass Jimmy  Ruva
ID:
Moral Beliefs, Clinical Discretion, and Behaviour Change Interventions: Understanding Provider-Driven Rationing of Post-Abortion Care in Uganda’s Restrictive and Fragile Health System.
REFNo: HS7425ES


To describe providers’ Moral Beliefs and Clinical Discretion shape the rationing of post-abortion care in Uganda’s Restrictive and Fragile Health System, and how trainings and behaviour change interventions influence these practices
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:30:30 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Eve  Namisango
ID: UNCST-2021-R014038
 Palliative care needs of children and young people living with serious illnesses and their families in Uganda
REFNo: SS5166ES

How do the palliative care needs of children and young people living with serious illnesses change over time? ,What are the palliative care needs of children and young people living with serious illnesses in Uganda? ,
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:29:15 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Lorna Atikoro
ID: UNCST-2024-R002527
 REDUCING THE BURDEN OF METHICILLIN RESISTANT Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) INFECTIONS IN UGANDAN PATIENTS RECEIVING HAEMODIALYSIS
REFNo: HS7485ES

1. To estimate the prevalence of MRSA carriage among patients receiving chronic haemodialysis at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital.
2. To determine the factors associated with MRSA carriage among patients receiving chronic haemodialysis at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital.
3. To determine the success rate of mupirocin ointment in eradicating nasal carriage of MRSA among patients receiving chronic haemodialysis at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital

 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:23:03 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Frank Kaharuza Mugisha
ID: UNCST-2025-R022389
 ASSESSING THE CONTRIBUTION OF THE SAFE BIRTH AFRICA (SBA) PROJECT IN UGANDA: AN IMPLEMENTATION RESEARCH STUDY ON HEAT-STABLE CARBETOCIN AND TRANEXAMIC ACID FOR POSTPARTUM HAEMORRHAGE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT
REFNo: HS7496ES

The General objective is to generate evidence on the implementation effectiveness and contribution of the Safe Birth Africa project in improving equitable access to and utilization of HSC and TXA for postpartum haemorrhage prevention and treatment in Busoga region and Kampala, Uganda. The specific objectives are 1. To assess the implementation fidelity of SBA interventions (HSC and TXA) across different health facility levels in Busoga region and Kampala. 2. To explore the facilitators and barriers to implementation of the SBA interventions across the pilot sites and regions. 3. To understand health worker experience in the use of HSC for prevention and TXA for treatment of PPH.
Uganda 2026-05-28 15:11:40 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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